Shepherd's Pie Family Dinner (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Meat Filling
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 large onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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2 pounds ground beef or lamb
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2 cups mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn)
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2 tablespoons tomato paste
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2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
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1 cup beef broth
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
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1 teaspoon dried rosemary
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Salt and pepper to taste
→ Mashed Potato Topping
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4 cups potatoes, peeled and diced
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1/2 cup milk
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1/4 cup butter
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Salt and pepper to taste
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add ground beef or lamb, breaking it apart with a spoon, and cook until browned and no longer pink. Stir in mixed vegetables and cook for 5 minutes. Add tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, beef broth, thyme, and rosemary. Simmer for 10 minutes until the sauce thickens. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a 23x33 cm (9x13 inch) baking dish.
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Place diced potatoes in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook until potatoes are fork-tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and return to the pot. Add milk, butter, salt, and pepper. Mash until smooth and creamy. Optionally, stir in shredded cheddar cheese for extra flavor.
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Spread mashed potatoes evenly over the meat filling in the baking dish. Optionally, brush with melted butter for a golden-brown top. Bake in preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the top is golden and filling is bubbling. Let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
# Notes:
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Use freshly mashed potatoes for the best texture. Avoid instant mash.
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Let the pie cool before slicing to help the layers hold together.
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For a crispy golden top, broil the dish for the last 3 minutes of baking.
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You can swap beef broth for red wine to add depth of flavor.
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For a low-carb option, substitute cauliflower mash for the potatoes.